Compact keyboard with entry of keyed and graphic information
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1. Apparatus for use in generating signals for inputting into a computer comprising:
- a keyboard including;
first means comprising one or more actuatable keys for generating signals corresponding to each key which is actuated;
an extended two dimensional member positioned or positionable such that said extended two dimensional member and at least one or more of said keys are in overlapping relationship, said member capable of generating a signal designating a position on said member;
and said first means generating said signals corresponding to said keys independently of said extended two dimensional member.
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Abstract
A keyboard is adapted for entry of graphical information into a computer by providing the keyboard with an extended, two dimensional member situated in overlapping relationship with at least one of the keys of the keyboard and which is adapted to generate for storage and display by the computer a signal designating a position on the member.
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12 Claims
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1. Apparatus for use in generating signals for inputting into a computer comprising:
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a keyboard including; first means comprising one or more actuatable keys for generating signals corresponding to each key which is actuated; an extended two dimensional member positioned or positionable such that said extended two dimensional member and at least one or more of said keys are in overlapping relationship, said member capable of generating a signal designating a position on said member; and said first means generating said signals corresponding to said keys independently of said extended two dimensional member. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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